
A podcast on the history (and future) of calligraphy, penmanship, hand writing, lettering and much more. Hosted by me, Laura Edralin! I am on a journey to fill the gaps in my knowledge as a calligrapher, having light-hearted conversations with historians, artists, and stationery experts to discover the stories behind the pen and beneath the ink. This is for people who love the scratch of a nib on ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 26 | Founded | 9 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Visual ArtsArtsHistory | |||

In this episode, host Laura Edralin speaks with Maike Preissing, a psychologist and synesthesia artist, about the fascinating world of synesthesia.
They explore the different forms of synesthesia, particularly grapheme-color synesthesia, and how it ... more
In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with British calligraphy and lettering designer Rachel Yallop. They explore Rachel's journey in the world of calligraphy, discussing her education, the evolution of expressive ... more
In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Raghunita Gupta, founder of the Calligraphy Foundation in India. They discuss Raghunita's journey in calligraphy, the foundation's mission to preserve and promote the art ... more
In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin explores the rich history of the Royal Albert Hall and its archives with archivists Alicia and Hope. They discuss the significance of letters, typography, and the evolution of handwri... more
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Learning about a whole new world of creativity, and not just writing with a pen, is a very interesting topic to listen to. Laura is such an engaging host with a wonderfully calm voice who allows the guests to really open up about their craft!
This podcast is becoming a quiet addiction for me … the stories are absolutely fascinating and Laura has such a deep knowledge and interest you really feel as though you are helping to keep an art alive when you listen to her and her guests.
This podcast really is for everyone. Each podcast is varied and brings a different take on writing, lettering, typography, design and calligraphy in its daily use and as an art form. It discusses its development, uses and the people, history or background behind it all. I was totally intrigued by each episode and it made me want immediately look up the work of each person. It certainly makes you look at lettering, branding & handwriting in a completely different way and you notice and apprec... more
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Exploring the rich tapestry of calligraphy, handwriting, and lettering, this engaging podcast brings together a variety of voices from historians, artists, and stationery experts. The discussions range from the historical significance to modern applications and innovations in the world of writing. Topics dive into personal stories, the intricacies of styles, and the emotional connections we have with the written word. Listeners can expect to uncover the therapeutic nature of writing and the cultural stories encapsulated in penmanship—a journey highlighting the art and skill behind the written letters that connect us all.
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